Another Chinese city similarly named is NanJing, meaning south capital.
At times in history, the capital was declared to be NanJing rather than BeiJing, according to whether the then current powerbase lay to the north or south of China.
Emperor Wu was the first to declare the...
Planning a family vacation can be difficult, but it’s a great way to get the family on the same page, looking forward to an enjoyable vacation together. Family vacations are a great time to bond with the family and forge memorable experiences. The key to a successful family vacation is...
Purchasing a mobility scooter can be a great first step toward your newfound independence. Before you decide on which mobility scooter is best, however, there are things that you should consider that will greatly help you with your overall purchase decision.
First you should consider...
The mention of the name Orlando evokes so many images; Mickey and Minnie, the spectacular theme parks, the scare-you-to-death thrill rides, the natural beauty, the world class accommodations, the great restaurants-on and on it goes. From Orlando Sea World, to Disney World Orlando to Universal...
Cape Town is renowned for its natural beauty, its endless beaches and its magnificent mountains. Most keen hikers who visit this South African city enjoy making the most of the numerous excellent hiking trails all over the region. Plenty of inexperienced hikers are also inspired to lace up a...
Top Tips For Getting The Best Travel Insurance For Your Needs
Lets face it; we have all encountered some sort of problem or two while traveling either for business or with the family on vacation. That is where travel insurance can come in handy. Many people are not aware that they have...
World travel and tourism is generating in excess of US$7 trillion a year.
World travel and tourism is generating in excess of US$7 trillion a year, and is expected to rise to over US$13 trillion over the coming decade according to the World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC)...
Acapulco officially known, as Acapulco de Jurez is a city with the major seaport is in the state of Guerrero. It is on the pacific coast of Mexico and 190 miles away from Mexico City. The climate in Acapulco is warm to hot throughout. The city has all the qualities of being a favorite tourist...
Choosing to rent an Orlando vacation home means you will be right in the heart of all the action Orlando has to offer.
From the point you arrive a short 20-30 minute drive from the airport will take you to your home from home for the duration of your stay. Hundreds of vacation rental...
A French Polynesia Vacation in an exclusive hideaway paradise called Vahine Island situated on the north side of Tahaa is something that needs to be considered by you this year.
If it is a French Polynesia honeymoon that you are thinking about, or any honeymoon vacation for that matter,...
Using a bed and breakfast rather than a hotel will be an experience like never before. The attention to detail and the service you will receive from the bed and breakfast owners will be second to none. Not only that, but it is likely to be much more personal and relaxed than a busy hotel set in...
As we watch the Astros choke or White Sox perform valiantly depending on your point of view, I am reminded of my baseball experience in Russia.
World Series
I always find it interesting that most of our professional sports call the championship round the World Series or some...